We invite you to explore!
Ocean Discovery Institute uses science exploration to engage urban and diverse young people in three ways: education, scientific research and environmental stewardship. Through our programs youth are empowered to transform their lives and make a difference in the world as scientific and environmental leaders. Their discoveries will reveal new ways to protect the ocean and nature, improve the health of our communities, and strengthen the quality of life in our world.Watch our Young Lives Transformed Through Science
News
November 2011- The White House Honors Ocean Discovery Institute
Ocean Discovery Institute is one of only three organizations in the U.S. to receive the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring. To read the full press release, click here. To read media coverage of the event, click here.
November 2011- Ocean Discovery Institute Receives International Award for Reducing Sea Turtle Bycatch
World Wildlife Fund’s 2011 International Smart Gear Competition recognizes the achievements and unique collaboration of our students, scientists, and fishermen in developing a strategy to reduce the incidental capture of sea turtles – a global conservation problem. To read the article reported in La Jolla Light, click here.
September 2011- Ocean Leader Daisy Mercado's Research Highlighted
Daisy Mercado enters the University of San Diego as Ocean Leader Scholar. To read the article, click here.
Upcoming Events
Watershed Avengers
Saturday February 4, 2012 9am-1pm
Swan Canyon, City Heights
(meet at 2807 Fairmount Ave., San Diego 92105)
Transform our urban canyons into safe and healthy places for youth to learn, play, and explore! Join volunteers in repairing trails, planting native species, and removing non-native, invasive plants and trash from the habitat. Then enjoy a volunteer celebration that includes music, food, and a raffle. To reserve space or find out more, contact Carla Pisbe at CPisbe@OceanDI.org or (858) 488-3849.
Thank you to Gen-Probe, title sponsor of our Bubble Up! gala, for making our programs possible!